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RE: Keeping those stitches clean after a tooth pull - what worked for me
Ugh, yes, that weird taste drove me nuts. I’d skip the rinse for a night and by morning it just felt… off. I kept worrying I’d mess something up, but you’re right, those stitches hold better than I expected. Little thing...
RE: Tooth brushing tricks that actually worked for my stubborn kid
I get nervous about all those sweet toothpaste flavors, honestly. My grandkids love the bubblegum stuff but I worry it’s just more sugar - even if they say it’s sugar-free. I still make them rinse after, just in case. Ma...
RE: What to do when you chip a tooth at home (been there…)
Can’t say I blame you for steering clear of those kits. I tried one years ago and it just felt awkward - like I was chewing on a chunk of Play-Doh. I always worry about making things worse, especially with all the nooks ...
RE: Keeping those stitches clean after a tooth pull - what worked for me
I get what you mean about the saltwater rinses feeling a bit too gentle, but honestly, I was told to be super careful with them - like, not even swishing, just letting it sit and then drooling it out (which is as awkward...
RE: Keeping your mouth healthy after a root canal – what worked for you?
That jaw pain from chewing on one side is all too familiar. I ended up with a weird ache near my ear after a few days - guess muscles just aren’t used to the lopsided action. Did anyone else have trouble sleeping at firs...
RE: What to do when your braces break on a Sunday
That panic when something happens on a weekend is so real. I remember my first bracket popped off on a Sunday night and I couldn’t sleep, just kept worrying it’d mess up all the progress. Ended up using wax and chewing o...
RE: Braces in your 30s: did you know teeth can move for life?
Honestly, I think teeth just have a mind of their own after a certain age. I wore my retainer every night for ages (even when it got gross), and still noticed some shifting. Maybe it’s just one of those things we can’t t...
RE: Do you think Aligners brand really matters for your teeth conditions?
Honestly, I get what you’re saying about the dentist making the difference, but I still feel a bit uneasy about the lesser-known brands. Maybe I’m just old school, but there’s something about the big names that makes me ...
RE: Tackling decay in 13 teeth
I hear you about not being sure if the water flosser is really getting everything. I switched to one after my gums started bleeding with regular floss, and honestly, I still double-check in the mirror sometimes just to m...
RE: Finally stopped my teeth from wiggling - here’s what worked for me
That’s actually really reassuring to hear. I’m always second-guessing myself about the toothpaste aisle - every time I see a new “gum repair” or “extra strength” label, I wonder if I should switch again. But honestly, I’...
RE: Getting used to eating and talking with new teeth
I get what you’re saying about eventually getting used to it, but honestly, I never really stopped being cautious. Had a crown put in a couple years ago and even now, I still worry about biting into anything too crunchy ...
RE: Weird tricks for stopping braces from tearing up my cheeks?
I know everyone swears by salt water rinses, but honestly, it made my mouth sting like crazy and I felt like it just dried everything out more. I actually had better luck with a gentle mouthwash for sensitive mouths - le...
RE: Do Whitening Strips Actually Work for You? Quick Poll
I tried those strips a while back, and I was honestly a little nervous about the sensitivity too. My teeth got tingly after just a couple days, so I quit early. Didn’t see much difference, but maybe I just didn’t stick w...
RE: Coping With That Annoying Dry Socket Pain After Tooth Extraction
Yeah, I totally get this. After my last extraction, I thought mashed potatoes would be “safe” enough, but even then, I found myself poking around with a flashlight and a cotton swab trying to see if something got stuck. ...
RE: WHY DOES A ROOT CANAL NEED A DO-OVER? UGH.
Couldn’t agree more. I actually had a root canal redone after a couple years, and I still don’t really understand what went wrong - my dentist said “sometimes those little canals just hide,” which honestly didn’t help my...